Kind Words

Kind words are sadly hard to come by.  Harsh and hurtful words seem to be the commonplace these days.  So isn't it nice when we are showered with lovely kind words from our peers?

Today when I picked up Kristin from school, I met her in the classroom where she is the Teacher's Aide.  A choice she made on her own, and a choice I think has been quite good for her.  Her teacher thinks very highly of her.  In her classroom is a large piece of paper with Kristin's name at the top.  Below are things the class all said about Kristin.

I love the "talks a lot."  I am not sure if this a good thing or not.  But what I saw I noticed, are the things she worries about most:  many friends, smart, cute dresser.  And what she should take most notice to are these:  Cheerful, respects others, smart, nice and kind.  Those words are the ones we should carry with us.

It is hard to accept compliments.  Why?  Because we don't deserve it?  Because we are somehow conceited when we say, "Thank you."  Instead we find ourselves dismissing the kind words.  "Oh it was nothing."  "I'm not always this cheerful.  You don't live with me!"  "That wasn't so smart...more like luck."  No, it's not luck. We are smart.  We are kind.  And we are cheerful.  That last one isn't always easy, but hey I think we all get an A for effort.

So the next time, you hear a kind word...remember to simply say, "Thank you."  It doesn't make you conceited.  It shows you are appreciative of a few simple kind words.  Here's a few for everyone:  You are funny, smart, sweet and beautiful people.  Thanks for letting me peek into your lives, and being interested in mine.

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Picture of the Day

Christmas is over, but the memory lingers on.  The last of the decorations.  Rich's village.